Dr Wong Yee Ming - Baby & Child Specialist

Dr Wong Yee Ming - Baby & Child Specialist A budding Pediatrician serving his own 2 kids,among other children too, through good & sick times.

MD (UKM), MRCPCH (UK),
PGDip Allergy & Clinical Immunology (UCC,NUI)
Clinical Fellowship(Attachment) in Peds Allergy & Immunology (UPM)

20/08/2026

Thinking of getting an air purifier for allergic rhinitis? 🌬️

It may help, especially by reducing airborne particles and allergens in the room.

But if dust mite allergy is your main problem, don’t expect an air purifier to solve everything.

Why? Dust mites mainly live in mattresses, pillows, bedding, carpets and soft furnishings. Their allergens are not constantly floating around in the air for your purifier to capture.

So an air purifier can be a useful addition, but it shouldn’t replace proper allergic rhinitis treatment and dust mite control measures.

Helpful? Yes.
Magic solution for dust mites? Unfortunately, no. 😅

More paediatric allergy information:
drwongyeeming.com

Another successful Oral Food Challenge (OFC)! 🥛🥚One of the best outcomes after an OFC isn’t just knowing whether a child...
18/08/2026

Another successful Oral Food Challenge (OFC)! 🥛🥚

One of the best outcomes after an OFC isn’t just knowing whether a child can tolerate a food. It’s giving families the confidence to put that food back on the menu.

Blood tests and skin prick tests can tell us about sensitisation, but they don’t always tell us whether a child will actually react when the food is eaten.

That’s why a medically supervised Oral Food Challenge remains the gold standard for diagnosing food allergy when the diagnosis is uncertain.

In selected children, I also use OFCs before starting a milk or egg ladder, especially when we need clearer evidence that it is safe and appropriate to move forward.

Because sometimes, the most useful allergy “test” is actually eating the food under proper supervision.

And when they pass?
Less fear. Fewer unnecessary restrictions. More food back on the table. 🙌

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17/08/2026

Sunday well spent sharing a topic close to my heart: paediatric allergy care.

Glad to be invited as a speaker at the PharmAssist Summit 2026, where I spoke on complete paediatric allergy care and the role of antihistamines in children.

It was also a great opportunity to share an important recent development: Bilaxten (bilastine) is now approved in Malaysia for children aged 2–11 years weighing ≥15 kg, expanding the treatment options available for younger children with allergic conditions.

Pharmacists are often among the first healthcare professionals parents approach when their child develops allergy symptoms. Improving allergy knowledge across the healthcare team helps us provide better advice, encourage appropriate treatment and ultimately achieve better outcomes for children.

Glad to play a part in advancing paediatric allergy education, both within and beyond the clinic, and to share practical, evidence-based approaches with fellow healthcare professionals.

Thank you for having me as part of the programme!

drwongyeeming

11/08/2026

Edamame is soybean. 🌱

Yes, the green beans you order at a Japanese restaurant and the soy used to make tofu, soy milk, tempeh and many other foods all come from the same plant: soybean.

For someone with a soy allergy, recognising the different names and forms of soy matters. And as always, whether a particular soy-containing food is tolerated can vary from person to person.

More allergy facts and practical guides at drwongyeeming.com

International Train-the-Trainer Programme on Nutrition & Growth 🌏A great learning experience with international speakers...
05/08/2026

International Train-the-Trainer Programme on Nutrition & Growth 🌏

A great learning experience with international speakers, sharing fresh and game-changing perspectives on nutrition and growth, particularly relevant to nutritional care in children with allergies.

Lots of insights to bring back into clinical practice, and great to catch up with the Malaysian entourage too! 🇲🇾



03/08/2026

Your baby’s moisturizer might contain more than you think. 👀

Oats. Milk. Food-derived ingredients.

Could they matter in babies with eczema? The evidence raises an interesting question, but association ≠ causation.

Have you seen something similar? Share below.




*For more parent-friendly, evidence-based guides on childhood allergy, visit drwongyeeming.com

🥚 Egg allergy doesn't always mean "no egg forever."For many children, an egg ladder can be a safe and structured way to ...
24/07/2026

🥚 Egg allergy doesn't always mean "no egg forever."

For many children, an egg ladder can be a safe and structured way to gradually reintroduce egg under the guidance of an allergy doctor.

In this carousel, we'll cover:
✅ What an egg ladder is
✅ Why baked egg is often the starting point
✅ The 5-step egg journey
✅ How much to give
✅ When to move to the next step
✅ Who should not use an egg ladder
✅ When a supervised baked egg challenge may be needed
✅ What current research tells us

The goal isn't to rush or "cure" egg allergy.

The goal is to help children eat more foods safely, reduce unnecessary restrictions, improve quality of life, and, for some children, support the development of tolerance over time.

Remember, not every child with egg allergy is suitable for an egg ladder. The safest approach depends on your child's allergy history, test results and previous reactions.

If you're unsure, speak to your allergy doctor before trying this at home.

💬 Has your child ever been told to avoid egg completely? Share your experience or questions in the comments below.

🌐 Learn more about food allergy and allergy care:
drwongyeeming.com

Disclaimer: This post is for educational purposes only and should not replace individual medical advice. Every child is different, and management should be individualised.

Many parents still believe they should delay introducing peanuts because they are worried about allergy.Ironically, this...
21/07/2026

Many parents still believe they should delay introducing peanuts because they are worried about allergy.

Ironically, this was once common advice. Over the past decade, high-quality research has shown that for many infants, introducing peanuts at the appropriate age may actually reduce the risk of developing peanut allergy.

The key is not simply "earlier is always better."

It is introducing peanuts:
• At the appropriate developmental stage
• In an age-appropriate form (never whole peanuts)
• With the right approach, especially for babies with eczema or existing food allergy

Swipe through this carousel to learn:
• Why delaying peanuts is now considered a myth for most babies
• When to introduce peanut
• Which babies may need medical assessment first
• Safe ways to introduce peanuts at home

Every child is different. If your child has moderate-to-severe eczema, a previous food reaction, or you are unsure where to start, speak to your healthcare professional before introducing peanuts.

For more evidence-based information on food allergy, eczema, allergic rhinitis, asthma, and childhood allergies, visit:
🌐 https://www.drwongyeeming.com

Save this post for future reference and share it with parents who are starting solids.

Would you introduce peanut early, or were you told to delay it? Share your experience below! 👇

"Don't give egg until after 1 year old."This is one of the most common myths I still hear from parents.The truth is, rec...
10/07/2026

"Don't give egg until after 1 year old."

This is one of the most common myths I still hear from parents.

The truth is, recommendations have changed.

For most babies, introducing well-cooked egg around 6 months of age (when they are developmentally ready for solids) is now recommended. Delaying egg until after 1 year has not been shown to prevent egg allergy, and early introduction may even help reduce the risk in some babies.

Some key takeaways:
✅ No need to wait until 1 year old.
✅ Start with well-cooked egg.
✅ Begin with a small amount.
✅ Continue offering egg regularly if tolerated.
✅ Most babies can start at home.

If your baby has severe eczema, a previous food allergy, or has reacted to egg before, speak to your doctor or an allergy specialist before introducing egg.

Swipe through the carousel for a simple step-by-step guide.

📖 Read the full article:
🌐 drwongyeeming.com

💬 When did your baby first try egg? Share your experience in the comments. It may help reassure another parent.

Save this post for when your little one is ready to start solids, and share it with someone who still believes the "wait until 1 year" myth.



When did your baby first try egg?

01/07/2026

🤧 "Doctor, why does my child's allergy always come back after stopping the nasal spray?"

The answer is actually quite simple.

Nasal corticosteroid sprays are one of the most effective treatments for allergic rhinitis. They reduce inflammation and keep symptoms under control. However, they control the disease—they don't remove the underlying allergy.

Once treatment is stopped, symptoms may gradually return because the allergic tendency is still there.

For selected children with confirmed allergies (such as dust mite allergy), allergen immunotherapy (SLIT) may help modify the disease and provide longer-term benefits.

Every child is different, so the most suitable treatment depends on the severity of symptoms, allergy testing and individual circumstances.

📖 Learn more about childhood allergies, eczema, asthma and allergic rhinitis at:
www.drwongyeeming.com

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